Written By Mirari
May 15, 2018, 2:48 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
If you all put half as much effort raising money for honorable charities as you did arguing and fussing on the whites, the city would be a different place.
I can't believe this discussion is still going on.
I can't believe this discussion is still going on.
Written By Bliss
May 15, 2018, 2:47 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
At no point in my writings or my duel have I mocked Lady Eirene Malvici. I will be clarifying the tone of my duels more explicitly moving forward.
Written By Saoirse
May 15, 2018, 2:46 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
The topic of the duel was about WHETHER OR NOT WE ARE ALLOWED TO HANG OUT IN BARS. I think that constitutes "silly".
Duels are for minor conflicts. Explicitly.
Duels are for minor conflicts. Explicitly.
Written By Caith
May 15, 2018, 2:41 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Luca
Oh! Please don't drag your cock. That sounds incredibly painful. At the very least, make certain that your hands are well moisturized.
And thank you for the clarification! I missed that duel as well so I only heard things second-hand. I seem to miss all the good displays of .. swordsmanship. Darn it all! Considering that you were defending my honor -- well, Cassima's honor to be offended on my behalf or something to that effect -- the sisters Thrax thank you (and your cock) for the victory! Hooray!
[To the Scholars: Again, many apologies for all the talk about Prince Luca's genitalia. I promise that when I woke up this morning, my intention was not to write AT LENGTH (do you see what I did there, Luca?!) about such things. But this is the world we live in, I suppose!]
And thank you for the clarification! I missed that duel as well so I only heard things second-hand. I seem to miss all the good displays of .. swordsmanship. Darn it all! Considering that you were defending my honor -- well, Cassima's honor to be offended on my behalf or something to that effect -- the sisters Thrax thank you (and your cock) for the victory! Hooray!
[To the Scholars: Again, many apologies for all the talk about Prince Luca's genitalia. I promise that when I woke up this morning, my intention was not to write AT LENGTH (do you see what I did there, Luca?!) about such things. But this is the world we live in, I suppose!]
Written By Reigna
May 15, 2018, 2:39 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Beaumont
If I contract a Champion to represent me in a duel, if *I* take it seriously, and I am paying money to a Champion to represent me... I expect to be represented. And therefore even if you do not think it is serious, you seriously represent me. If I feel I am going to be mocked by the very people I hire to defend me... then I stop hiring them. I stop participating in the system. Read your clients. Understand that if it's a silly duel to the client, it can be a silly duel to you. But if your client takes it seriously... then do not accept the contract if you cannot adequately represent them.
Written By Beaumont
May 15, 2018, 2:34 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jordan
I can't tell you how much I hate arguing theology in the Whites, but here's my opinion on that much at least.
I'm not saying fighting doesn't honor Gloria. I'm saying the insistence that a duel to see whether groups of people should have to register their intent to be in a public space or not be considered as sober and serious as a Rite of Gloria, or as vital a matter as honor duels between Swords on the matters that make or break a House is a patent absurdity. And to try to force everything to be that important demeans the true importance of those sacred traditions.
Lighten up, people.
I'm not saying fighting doesn't honor Gloria. I'm saying the insistence that a duel to see whether groups of people should have to register their intent to be in a public space or not be considered as sober and serious as a Rite of Gloria, or as vital a matter as honor duels between Swords on the matters that make or break a House is a patent absurdity. And to try to force everything to be that important demeans the true importance of those sacred traditions.
Lighten up, people.
Written By Luca
May 15, 2018, 2:33 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
Just to quibble with you here, you cheeky minx, some context /does/ deserve to be added to your point. I arrived to my duel in a bedsheet because I fell asleep, then woke up drunk, and realized I was going to be late for my duel. I can't remember what honor I was defending. Someone important, I'm sure.
Later, when I did remove the bedsheet, it wasn't to shock the audience. It was because Caspian Wild is a damn fast fighter and I needed to practically cheat to throw him off his balance. I think we both learned an important lesson from the maneuver. The lesson is, don't fight me while I'm on the cusp of a hangover.
The point is, the bedsheet and the removal of it were only part of the show by necessity, even if it made for some entertainment on the part of the crowd.
So there /is/ a difference. And this isn't to say I, in any way, disapprove of this latest duel or the shenanigans. I love shenanigans. But, since my cock has been dragged into the whites, I thought I would drag it a little further in defense of itself and its showmanship-like qualities.
*below is scrawled Caith's name in whimsical, flowing letters, and there is a heart surrounding it. There's also a wine stain*
Later, when I did remove the bedsheet, it wasn't to shock the audience. It was because Caspian Wild is a damn fast fighter and I needed to practically cheat to throw him off his balance. I think we both learned an important lesson from the maneuver. The lesson is, don't fight me while I'm on the cusp of a hangover.
The point is, the bedsheet and the removal of it were only part of the show by necessity, even if it made for some entertainment on the part of the crowd.
So there /is/ a difference. And this isn't to say I, in any way, disapprove of this latest duel or the shenanigans. I love shenanigans. But, since my cock has been dragged into the whites, I thought I would drag it a little further in defense of itself and its showmanship-like qualities.
*below is scrawled Caith's name in whimsical, flowing letters, and there is a heart surrounding it. There's also a wine stain*
Written By Reigna
May 15, 2018, 2:32 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Saoirse
Alright, I am willing to admit it if I am wrong, if I am. But can you explain how I am? Are you not willing to admit, that from another perspective, it appears as though Lady Eirene, an honorable member of the Peerage, might have felt ill-represented by her Champion if you knew about the theatrics when she did not?
Written By Duarte
May 15, 2018, 2:29 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
It was also my impression at the end of the show that the result may have been as coreographed, coordinated and pre-determined as the rest of it.
However I trust such is not the case.
However I trust such is not the case.
Written By Saoirse
May 15, 2018, 2:25 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
You are mistaken.
Written By Thena
May 15, 2018, 2:23 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
Just get some regular robes made. Mine let me preach pants-free on a regular basis.
Written By Jev
May 15, 2018, 2:21 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
All the confidence must be a pretense. Way too much concern and defensiveness about who didn't like a thing and why.
The haters are going to hate hate hate.
You just need to shake it off.
The haters are going to hate hate hate.
You just need to shake it off.
Written By Luca
May 15, 2018, 2:15 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
I'm telling you, we need to get you out of that life and into a nice, safe, pants-free environment.
The sacrifices you make for the Faith.
The sacrifices you make for the Faith.
Written By Jonathan
May 15, 2018, 2:14 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
*A copy of Lord Niklas' list was handed in by Jonathan Fieldstone, with the last two options circled and underlined. 'I have other opinions, but these seem the most relevant' is all he said.*
Written By Caith
May 15, 2018, 2:14 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Goodness gracious!
I was going to journal about this lovely autumn day but apparently the thought on everyone's minds is the most recent duel! I never realized that deciding whether or not bars can be noisy, sociable places required reverence on the sand. Good to know, Arx! Thank you -- every day is a journey. The more you know, that's what I always say!
Although --
Considering that a recent duel between Caspian and Prince Luca resulted in His Highness stripping completely nude and I do not recall there being any fuss afterward, Jeffeth's chest must have been ASTOUNDING and Bliss' moves AMAZING in order to stir up such a hullabaloo! It's either that or Luca's genitalia is .. no, no, no. Clearly, Jeffeth's torso must simply be -that- shocking!
It makes me a bit sore that I missed it.
So if any of the artisans in the city would like to create a painting of Bliss and Jeffeth's duel for me, please reach out! I mean, if it doesn't offend your eyes, that is. Which, if it does, simply heightens my curiosity. Goodness, what did I miss?!
[To the Scholars: I am sorry that I brought up Prince Luca's genitalia and made it part of historical record. I am sure it -- his genitalia -- is very nice.]
I was going to journal about this lovely autumn day but apparently the thought on everyone's minds is the most recent duel! I never realized that deciding whether or not bars can be noisy, sociable places required reverence on the sand. Good to know, Arx! Thank you -- every day is a journey. The more you know, that's what I always say!
Although --
Considering that a recent duel between Caspian and Prince Luca resulted in His Highness stripping completely nude and I do not recall there being any fuss afterward, Jeffeth's chest must have been ASTOUNDING and Bliss' moves AMAZING in order to stir up such a hullabaloo! It's either that or Luca's genitalia is .. no, no, no. Clearly, Jeffeth's torso must simply be -that- shocking!
It makes me a bit sore that I missed it.
So if any of the artisans in the city would like to create a painting of Bliss and Jeffeth's duel for me, please reach out! I mean, if it doesn't offend your eyes, that is. Which, if it does, simply heightens my curiosity. Goodness, what did I miss?!
[To the Scholars: I am sorry that I brought up Prince Luca's genitalia and made it part of historical record. I am sure it -- his genitalia -- is very nice.]
Written By Reigna
May 15, 2018, 2:13 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Regarding the events of the duel that has been burning through the Archives:
I think the issue was that, from the things that were reported back to me, that both Champions, Bliss and Jeffeth seemed to be in on this plan, this tactic to add spice to the proceedings. And beyond that, that Princess Saoirse was informed of this plan as well, whereas Lady Eirene very much was not. Being uninformed, and unaware of this 'plan' would certainly leave a bad taste in my mouth, especially if the person I contracted to represent me was informing my Challengee and not myself. Are not the Champions supposed to represent their client? Was Bliss fairly representing Lady Eirene by devising this plan, with the apparent approval of Princess Saoirse and not the woman who was paying her?
Does that seem correct?
If I am mistaken in this understanding, please feel free to correct me.
I think the issue was that, from the things that were reported back to me, that both Champions, Bliss and Jeffeth seemed to be in on this plan, this tactic to add spice to the proceedings. And beyond that, that Princess Saoirse was informed of this plan as well, whereas Lady Eirene very much was not. Being uninformed, and unaware of this 'plan' would certainly leave a bad taste in my mouth, especially if the person I contracted to represent me was informing my Challengee and not myself. Are not the Champions supposed to represent their client? Was Bliss fairly representing Lady Eirene by devising this plan, with the apparent approval of Princess Saoirse and not the woman who was paying her?
Does that seem correct?
If I am mistaken in this understanding, please feel free to correct me.
Written By Bliss
May 15, 2018, 1:59 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Believe it or not, there was more to the show than nudity. There were prepared costumes, acrobatic stunts, color and life and action - and a man who took off his shirt while I pointed out he had some nice muscles, in a silly show of good sportsmanship.
As a side note, since I did start this conversation in this venue, of course I knew I was opening myself to criticism. That does not mean I cannot call the criticism idiotic, the people who make it misinformed and dull, and say that those who left, while they had every right to leave, are fools for expecting a Rite to Gloria over this particular duel.
I can do serious duels - I can do them and still make them some of the most interesting things this city has ever seen. I have ideas ever flowing, my hand is always writing, I watch every bout I see, every mummer I pass, every poet I hear to learn and adapt and improve.
I am getting a lot of concern from friends, so let me make this clear: I am feeling in no way torn down. Eventually, this city will catch up to where I am - and I will be on another level again entirely.
My name is Bliss, I have been fighting duels half my life, and my shoulder is finally recovered to the point where I can put on the shows I've always meant to. It only gets better from here.
Arx, this was my /opening act/. By the time I am finished, this city won't know what hit it.
As a side note, since I did start this conversation in this venue, of course I knew I was opening myself to criticism. That does not mean I cannot call the criticism idiotic, the people who make it misinformed and dull, and say that those who left, while they had every right to leave, are fools for expecting a Rite to Gloria over this particular duel.
I can do serious duels - I can do them and still make them some of the most interesting things this city has ever seen. I have ideas ever flowing, my hand is always writing, I watch every bout I see, every mummer I pass, every poet I hear to learn and adapt and improve.
I am getting a lot of concern from friends, so let me make this clear: I am feeling in no way torn down. Eventually, this city will catch up to where I am - and I will be on another level again entirely.
My name is Bliss, I have been fighting duels half my life, and my shoulder is finally recovered to the point where I can put on the shows I've always meant to. It only gets better from here.
Arx, this was my /opening act/. By the time I am finished, this city won't know what hit it.
Written By Aureth
May 15, 2018, 1:52 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
I've been informed that I've got to sermonize with my pants on for some reason. I never thought this was going to be in question but since nudity is the story of the day, I figured I should reassure the public.
Written By Niklas
May 15, 2018, 1:50 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
People are upset and sharing their opinions and now I wish I'd seen the duel so I could share my opinion too!
Since I only do things to be liked, I will share some possible opinions and I'd ask that everyone reading choose the one that most aligns with them:
It was a bad thing.
It was a good thing!
I am shocked and offended.
I am surprised and delighted!
People need to wear more clothes.
People need to wear way less clothes!
People are wearing the proper amount of clothes currently, but that could change in the near future.
Let's go get something alcoholic in our bellies.
Since I only do things to be liked, I will share some possible opinions and I'd ask that everyone reading choose the one that most aligns with them:
It was a bad thing.
It was a good thing!
I am shocked and offended.
I am surprised and delighted!
People need to wear more clothes.
People need to wear way less clothes!
People are wearing the proper amount of clothes currently, but that could change in the near future.
Let's go get something alcoholic in our bellies.
Written By Eleyna
May 15, 2018, 1:16 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
The presence of nudity does not immediately mean that you can call something 'Lycene'. That interpretation of my culture lacks sophistication and nuance, two things that very much -are- the cultural markers of the South.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.